
Learn more about Family Planning ServicesĮMS members are covered for family planning and emergency services for 12 months unless they have certain changes, like an increase in income.
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You will not have full Health First Colorado coverage. EMS only covers family planning and emergency services. You can also get help applying at your local application assistance site. This phone number will be listed on the bottom of the letter received. If you don’t qualify, but you have questions or think you should qualify for EMS, you can call your county’s Department of Human Services. EMS members have coverage for 12 months until it’s time for renewal or there is a qualifying life change that impacts your eligibility. If you qualify for EMS and family planning services, we will send you a letter confirming your coverage. You do not need a Social Security number to qualify for EMS. Please apply to see if you qualify, even if you are unsure if you qualify or about your immigration status. Children and anyone who is pregnant may qualify for full Medicaid even if they haven’t been in the U.S.Adult legal permanent residents (green card holders) who have not been in the U.S lawfully for at least five years.Non-immigrant visa holders such as tourists and students.

People without legal immigration status.Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients.People who may qualify for EMS include, but are not limited to: To qualify for EMS, you must meet all the requirements for Health First Colorado (Colorado’s Medicaid program) except for immigration or citizenship status requirements.

It is also known as “Emergency Medicaid” or “Emergency Services Only.” Who Qualifies for EMS? EMS is a limited benefit that does not cover all medical services. The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) benefit covers family planning and emergency services for people who qualify. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Overview
